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Ruth Felix Student Accounts Specialist

Business / Management Richard J. Sands Education: Ph.D. – Walden University MBA – Pepperdine University Professional Experience: Directory – Optimization, Providence Health & Services; Consultant, RGP Consulting; Director – Consumer Experience, United Health Group. I have worked for a number of “Fortune” size companies in managerial & leadership positions since 1992. With extensive industry experience focusing on business transformation, cost reduction, improving operational efficiencies and implementing cutting edge technology. I have also taught on-line and in-person undergraduate and graduate level courses in Healthcare and Business/Management since 2007. Courses Taught BUSN 395, HMGT 320, BUSN 250, BUSN 480, HMGT 310, HMGT 410, HMGT 420, ORGS 580, ORGS 590, SCHM 300, MLOS 500, MLOS 501, MLOS 504, MLOS 514, MLOS 516, MLOS 518, MLOS 529, MLOS 535, MLOS 561, MLOS 570, MLOS 578 My Passion: I love helping to create an environment that stimulates students own active learning. Teaching is a privileged position and I work to be a role model of such from my own education journey in working full-time with a family and gaining my education. Hobbies: Snowboarding, Hiking, Spending Time With My Kids, Classic Car Shows, Beach, Spending Time With My Spouse, Skateboarding, Reading, Movies

Liberal Studies / Education Amber McKee Education: MS, American Public University Professional Experience: Teacher and Certified Athletic Trainer, Ontario Christian High School; I have been teaching physical education, health, and anatomy while also working to keep athletes healthy at every level, from high school to the university throughout my career. Courses Taught LIBS 510 My Passion: I love to see students work with the material until the light bulb turns on and they now own that knowledge! It is a calling on my life to use my God-given gifts to mentor others as they follow the path God has for them. Hobbies: Camping, working out, fishing, cooking, gardening

Humanities Darryl Meekins Education: PhD, North West University; MMin, Clarks Summit University; MTh, South African Theological Seminary Professional Experience: Professor of Theological and Intercultural Studies, Cultural Intelligence Consultant & Educational Design Specialist Courses Taught BIBL 100, BIBL 230 My Passion: Seeing people study the text and see how it applies to their life and the difference it can make to their perspective is profoundly rewarding! Hobbies: Rugby, football (soccer) and cricket, hanging out and playing with my three young daughters

John C. Reynolds, Ph.D. President Emeritus Dr. Reynolds is the first President of Los Angeles Pacific University, having founded LAPU’s predecessor institutions, Azusa Pacific Online University (2011) and Azusa Pacific University College (2014). He served as CIO and Executive Vice President for 16 years at Azusa Pacific University before being named President of Los Angeles Pacific University in 2018. Following his retirement in July 2025, he now serves as President Emeritus. Reynolds earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees in computer science and information systems, and a Ph.D. in Higher Education. His research interests in leadership, organizational effectiveness, change management, and strategic thinking have resulted in several publications in leadership and strategy, particularly relating to nonprofit organizations. In addition to his years of experience in higher education, Reynolds has worked in the mining industry and as the global CIO for World Vision International, a large, private international relief organization (1991–2000). A regular speaker at national conferences throughout the world, he has also consulted in more than 40 countries and traveled to more than 80 countries to speak, consult, and advise national NGO leaders. He serves on several nonprofit and educational boards, including African Enterprise (USA), African Enterprise (Canada), Brewer Direct, LCC International University (Lithuania), Opportunity International, Christian Leadership Alliance, and API Educational Foundation (South Africa).

Octavia Curtis Enrollment Counselor

Liberal Studies / Education Crystal Gentry Education: MEd, Azusa Pacific University Professional Experience: Advanced Placement English Teacher and English Department Chair, Desert Christian Academy; Secondary English Teacher, Desert Sands Unified School District. Most of my professional experience has been in secondary and undergraduate education. Courses Taught ENG 99, ENG 100, ENG 110, ENG 111, ENG 115, ENG 403, ENG 407, ENG 420, ENG 433 My Passion: I love watching the spark of curiosity awaken in my students as they learn, progress, and meet their educational goals. I appreciate the different perspectives and unique gifts each student brings to the classroom, and I consider it an honor to walk with them on their journey! Hobbies: Family, cooking, reading, hiking

Psychology Jennifer Weniger Education: M.A., Adler School of Psychology Ph.D. Northcentral University Professional Experience: Director of Clinical Training for thirteen years. Psychologist private practice. Areas of expertise include pediatric psychology, suicide prevention, eating disorders, family systems, parenting and qualitative research. Courses Taught PSYC 670, PSYC 680, PSYC 690 My Passion: Teaching students is a tremendous passion of mine, as I believe it is the obligation of psychologists to train the next generation of practitioners and scholars. I have taught graduate and undergraduate coursework in the classroom and online settings. My teaching style blends a combination of my training and experience in psychology, professional counseling, and systemic family therapy. Hobbies: Hiking, Skiing, Kayaking, Offroading, Private Pilot General Aviation

Katie Logsdon Associate Registrar

Sarah Cabrera Enrollment Counselor

Criminal Justice / Public Administration Mark E. Murtha Education: Postgraduate Certificate, Leadership, U.S. Army Command & General Staff College; Postgraduate Certificate, Homeland Security Executive Leader’s Program, Naval Postgraduate School-Center for Homeland Defense & Security; MS, Criminal Justice with a Specialization in International Crime, Michigan State University Professional Experience: I retired from active duty law enforcement on March 31, 2018, after 37+ years. My experience is primarily a law enforcement and law enforcement management including the Drug Enforcement Administration (Supervisory Special Agent) and the Monroe County, New York Sheriff’s Office (Deputy Sheriff). I have a long-standing record of success in directing complex international investigations related to financial, internal, criminal, and civil investigations and training programs. I am a dedicated professional with extensive experience in planning and directing multifarious international investigations related to financial, internal, undercover narcotics, and counter-terrorism investigations. I am currently the principal law enforcement consultant for Integrity Consultancy, LLC and teach for three other universities at the graduate and undergraduate levels. In addition, I serve as a Senior Director for the National Native American Law Enforcement Association (NNALEA) and Deputy Executive Director for the Washington Redskins Original Americans Foundation (WROAF). Courses Taught CRJU 105, CRJU 290, CRJU 280, CRJU 450, CRJU 420 My Passion: My goal is to be a conduit for students to learn and understand the complex issues they will face as law enforcement professionals in a changing world and view their career with a Christian perspective. Hobbies: Spending time with my wife, family, and dogs. Enjoy boating with family and friends in the greater Washington, D.C. area.

Andrew Lindstrom Student Success Manager